Product Liability Litigation Associate

barnes; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes & Thornburg LLP is looking for a Product Liability Litigation Associate for its Los Angeles office. Ideal candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in complex product liability litigation, particularly in California courts. Responsibilities include various phases of litigation, with an emphasis on strong writing and research skills.

Qualified candidates will be motivated, proactive, and skilled in working with a collaborative team. Admission to the California Bar is required. The firm values diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of complex product liability litigation experience at a law firm.
• Experience defending clients in California state and federal courts.
• Experience in all phases of litigation, including discovery and depositions.

Skills

Complex product liability litigation experience

Defend clients in court

Outstanding writing skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Admission to the California Bar

Job description

Product Liability Litigation Associate

Location: Los Angeles, CA

The Los Angeles office of Barnes & Thornburg LLP is seeking a Product Liability Litigation Associate to join its team.

Job Requirements:

• Two to four years of complex product liability litigation experience at a law firm.
• Experience defending clients in both California state court and federal court.
• Preferred experience with pharmaceutical products, medical devices, and consumer health or consumer-facing products.
• Experience in all phases of litigation, including:
  • Discovery
  • Depositions
  • Motion drafting
  • Hearings
• Trial or trial preparation experience is a plus.
• Outstanding writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong academic credentials.

Ideal Candidates:

• Highly motivated to be part of an active trial practice.
• Demonstrate initiative and an ability to assume responsibility for client matters.
• Possess interpersonal skills to work well as part of a large, collaborative team.
• Admission to the California Bar is required.

Equal Employment and Opportunity Statement:

Barnes & Thornburg is committed to equal employment opportunity in both principle and as a matter of policy. We will recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate and provide benefits to all applicants and employees without regard to ancestry, sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, religion, religious creed, mental and/or physical disability, medical condition, military and/or veteran’s status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all recruiting, hiring, promotions, upgrades, layoffs, compensation, benefits, terminations and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The firm complies fully with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws.